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Blackcurrant Jam
Blackcurrant Jam by Sainsbury's provides 237 kcal per 100 g, with 58.1 g of sugars and 0.5 g of protein. That is 19% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Blackcurrant jams category and comes in a 454g pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 15g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 237 kcal | 36 kcal | 217 +9% | |
| Total fat | 0.5 g | 0.1 g | 0% | 0.4 +15% |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.1 +7% |
| Carbohydrates | 58.1 g | 8.7 g | 3% | 51.7 +12% |
| Total sugars | 58.1 g | 8.7 g | 48.8 +19% | |
| Added sugars | 58.3 g | 8.7 g | 17% | 30.7 +90% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.5 g | 0.2 g | 1% | 3.3 −54% |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 0.1 g | 0% | 0.7 −25% |
| Salt | 0.2 g | 0 g | 0 +378% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 230 Blackcurrant jams products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other blackcurrant jams
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Sugar, Blackcurrants, Water, Acidity Regulators: Citric Acid, Sodium Citrates; Gelling Agent: Pectins.
Additives 3
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 454g
- Serving size
- 15g
- Labels & certifications
- VegetarianVegan
- Sold in
- United Kingdom, United States
- Barcode
- 00012119
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Blackcurrant Jam?
Blackcurrant Jam contains 237 kcal per 100 g and about 36 kcal per serving (15g).
How much sugar is in Blackcurrant Jam?
Blackcurrant Jam has 58.1 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Blackcurrant Jam healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Blackcurrant Jam vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 29, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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